Before they were sworn SAPD officers, they were one-time cadets learning about the neighborhoods they’d patrol

The Community Immersion Program works to build dialogue and trust between San Antonians and the officers-to-be who will safeguard them. We get a firsthand look. SAN ANTONIO — Some San Antonio Police Department cadets will take part in the Community Immersion Program, allowing them to build community partnerships before officially getting their badge.  As part … Read more

‘It’s a benefit’ | Former SAPD cadets discuss bridging gaps with the community before wearing the badge

The Community Immersion Program works to build dialogue and trust between San Antonians and the officers-to-be who will safeguard them. We get a firsthand look. SAN ANTONIO — Some San Antonio Police Department cadets will take part in the Community Immersion Program, allowing them to build community partnerships before officially getting their badge.  As part … Read more

Southwest-side neighbors call for shutdown of ‘illegal gathering spot’ at the center of 2 back-to-back shootings

“I’m feeling very unsafe. It does concern and alert me,” one witness said. SAN ANTONIO — It was a weekend of fear and frustration for people who live just a few feet away from a southwest-side business that San Antonio police said is connected to two shootings that unfolded on consecutive nights. On Sunday morning, … Read more

First nonstop flight from SA to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport departed Monday

The flights will only be offered through American Airlines, who said it was time to meet the demand. SAN ANTONIO — The first nonstop flight to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport departed from San Antonio on Monday, fulfilling a longtime priority of local lawmakers who wanted Military City to have a more direct path to the … Read more

Austin expecting thousands of visitors and increased traffic during SXSW 2025

City leaders addressed some of the challenges that come with the crowds and big events. AUSTIN, Texas — Excitement is building for South by Southwest, one of Austin’s biggest events of the year that attracts thousands of people to the capital city. On Monday, city leaders gathered to address how they plan to navigate some … Read more

‘Please kill him!’ | Witness recalls horrifying moments of Pleasanton dog attack that injured three people

Officials say they don’t yet know if the dog was being walked without a leash or had escaped its yard. PLEASANTON, Texas — Pleasanton police say a loose dog attacked a mother, daughter and another man Monday afternoon, prompting responding officers to shoot and kill the animal. Elijah Blue recalls coming outside hearing cries for … Read more

Southwest-side neighbors call for shut down of ‘illegal gathering spot’ at the center of 2 back-to-back shootings

“I’m feeling very unsafe. It does concern and alert me,” one witness said. SAN ANTONIO — It was a weekend of fear and frustration for people who live just a few feet away from a southwest-side business police said is connected to two shootings on consecutive nights. Sunday morning, a few minutes after midnight, the … Read more